Dr. Rajiv Kharwar interventional cardiologist in Surat specialises in diagnosing and managing complex heart conditions at Marengo Asia Hospitals. He holds an MBBS, an MD, and a DM in Cardiology. His procedures include angioplasty, angiography, and pacemaker insertion, performed with minimally invasive techniques, and his care is aimed at improving patients' heart health through carefully planned cardiac interventions.
Dr. Rajiv Kharwar angioplasty specialist treats narrowed or blocked heart arteries using angioplasty. In this procedure, a thin tube (catheter) is guided through a blood vessel, usually in the wrist or groin, to the blocked artery. A tiny balloon is inflated to widen the artery, and a small mesh tube called a stent is often placed to keep it open. The procedure is guided by X-ray imaging and avoids open-heart surgery. Angioplasty is also used in a heart attack, when opening the artery quickly protects the heart muscle. Not everyone with a blockage needs it, and the decision rests on your symptoms, test results and overall health.
Angiography is the test that shows the heart's arteries. A catheter is passed to the heart, a contrast dye is injected, and X-ray images reveal narrowed or blocked areas. As an interventional cardiologist in Surat, Dr. Kharwar uses the findings to advise whether you need medicines, angioplasty, surgery, or just monitoring. Tell the team about allergies, previous reactions to dye, kidney problems, diabetes, and any blood-thinning medicines before the test.
A pacemaker is a small device placed under the skin near the collarbone, with thin wires leading to the heart. It sends gentle electrical signals to keep the heart from beating too slowly. A doctor may advise one for conditions such as a very slow heart rate or heart block, which can cause dizziness, fainting, unusual tiredness, or breathlessness. The procedure is usually done under local anaesthesia. Afterwards, you are advised to limit certain arm movements for a period, and you will need regular device checks.
A cardiologist consultation is worth seeking if you have chest discomfort, breathlessness on mild effort, palpitations, dizziness, fainting or swelling in the feet. These symptoms have many causes, and only an evaluation can tell. Chest pain or pressure that spreads to the arm, jaw or back, with sweating or breathlessness, may signal a heart attack and is an emergency, so go to the nearest emergency department at once instead of waiting for an appointment.
Risk factors for heart disease include high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking, obesity, inactivity and a family history of heart problems. Eat a balanced diet low in salt and unhealthy fats, stay active as advised, avoid tobacco and limit alcohol. Take prescribed medicines regularly, especially blood thinners and cholesterol medicines after a stent, and never stop them on your own. Regular check-ups matter even when you feel well.
Carry earlier reports, ECGs, echo reports and prescriptions, and list all your medicines and supplements. Follow instructions on fasting and on which medicines to continue or pause. Tell the team about allergies, kidney or diabetes issues, and any previous heart procedures. Arrange for a family member to accompany you, and follow the advice on rest, activity, and follow-up visits afterwards. Report chest pain, bleeding or swelling at the puncture site, fever or fainting promptly.
Searching for Dr. Rajiv Kharwar cardiologist in Surat? He is a consultant interventional cardiologist at Marengo Asia Hospitals in Surat. His OPD is open Monday to Saturday, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, by appointment only. If you have heart symptoms or would like to discuss your treatment options, contact us to schedule your visit. Please carry your prescriptions and earlier reports.
